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Christmas Pecan Turtles

Christmas Pecan Turtles


  • Author: Chef Bella
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 pieces 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious chocolate-covered pecan candies with caramel.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 1 cup caramel candies
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread pecan halves on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan, melt caramel candies with heavy cream over low heat.
  4. Remove toasted pecans from the oven.
  5. Drop a spoonful of caramel onto a cluster of pecans.
  6. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler.
  7. Dip each caramel-covered pecan into the melted chocolate.
  8. Place on wax paper to cool and set.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Use dark or milk chocolate as preferred.
  • Allow to cool completely before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Christmas Pecan Turtles, chocolate candies, holiday treats